Fraunhofer
Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, commonly referred to as Fraunhofer, is a leading research organisation headquartered in Germany. Established in 1949, it has grown to become a pivotal player in applied research, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. The organisation operates in various industries, including information technology, materials science, and energy, focusing on innovative solutions that drive technological advancement. Fraunhofer is renowned for its cutting-edge products and services, which range from advanced manufacturing techniques to sustainable energy systems. Its commitment to practical application of research sets it apart in the competitive landscape. With numerous accolades and a reputation for excellence, Fraunhofer continues to shape the future of technology and industry, making significant contributions to both academia and the marketplace.
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Industry Benchmark
Fraunhofer's score of 32 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Fraunhofer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Fraunhofer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 16,315,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5,349,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 16,315,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 3 categories. In 2022, the total emissions were about 27,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 10,817,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5,505,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 also at 10,817,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a trend of increasing emissions over the years, particularly in business travel, which is a significant contributor to Scope 3 emissions. Fraunhofer has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they engaged with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for formal reduction targets. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced focus on sustainability practices to mitigate their carbon footprint effectively.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,125,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Fraunhofer is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
